OPPO Malaysia has unveiled the latest additions to its lineup, the OPPO Reno11 Series, comprising the Reno11 Pro and Reno11 models.
Blending sophistication and style with its advanced Ultra-Clear Portrait Camera System, the series provides a top-notch camera experience like having a portrait studio in your pocket.
OPPO Reno11 Series: The portrait expert
OPPO stands at the forefront of innovation in portrait photography, with the Reno Series highlighting the significant strides made in smartphone portrait photography in recent years.
The Reno series boasts a user base of 72 million individuals spanning 60 countries, encompassing both casual photographers and professionals. Among them is photographer Khairul Amin.
“The OPPO Reno Series is the best phone for taking portrait shots since it is known as the "Portrait Expert," a title that fits the device rather nicely.
“With professional-grade proprietary tuning and imaging configuration on par with a professional camera, it produces studio-calibre portrait effects with every shot,” says photographer, Khairul Amin, as he captures the perfect shots with actress Amelia Henderson using the Reno11 Pro.
Portrait effects for every shot using OPPO Reno11 Pro.
Popularising a portrait focal length
Telephoto cameras serve a dual purpose — they not only bring subjects closer but also impart a distinctive perspective when capturing portrait photos.
A significant benefit is that they enable users to approach a subject without intruding on their personal space.
Another advantage is the phenomenon called spatial compression. A portrait lens can give the impression of "compressing" or reducing the subject in relation to the background, making the background seem larger and closer. This effect contributes to a more purposeful and intentional-looking photo.
In contrast to a conventional wide-angle main camera, a telephoto camera can capture portrait shots with reduced perspective distortion and a heightened sense of intimacy. This elevates the quality of portrait photography to the next level.
Experience portrait photography using OPPO Reno11 Pro.
Indeed, professional portrait photographers at studio levels typically depend on a 50mm or 85mm telephoto lens to achieve optimal portrait shots. The 50mm lens, often known as the 'nifty 50,’ closely mirrors the perspective of the human eye, earning it favour among professionals.
To enhance the portrait shooting experience with a more professional touch, OPPO introduced its industry-leading Telephoto Portrait Camera, initially exclusive to pro-grade flagship devices, starting from the Reno10 series.
With a focal length of 47mm, it closely aligns with the 50mm telephoto focal length favoured by photographers, making it ideal for distortion-free portrait shooting.
“The 2x optical zoom gives it a perfect focal length for portraits taken at, or near 50mm, and its algorithm produces bokeh effects comparable to those found in DSLRs, plus you can even adjust the amount of bokeh desired for your photos after the shoot,” shares Khairul Amin.
Moving from focal length to sensor technology
The Reno10 Series is equipped with a premium camera sensor, the 32MP IMX709, a collaborative effort between OPPO and Sony for its innovative solution. Featuring a larger 1/2.74-inch sensor size, it outperforms competitors, providing superior image quality and positioning the Reno Series as a frontrunner.
The IMX709 sensor boasts a notable 60% increase in photosensitivity and 35% less noise compared to traditional sensors of similar calibre. This is attributed to its unique colour filter array, showcasing an RGBW structure, in contrast to conventional RGGB sensors.
Reno11 Series: Elevating portrait photography to new heights
With the Reno11 Series, OPPO continues to push the boundaries of innovation in smartphone portrait photography, introducing the groundbreaking Ultra-Clear Portrait Camera System.
Both the Reno11 and Reno11 Pro showcase impressive capabilities, featuring high-resolution 50MP main cameras with Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) and a 32MP Telephoto Portrait Camera boasting a 47mm equivalent focal length, providing a 2x zoom. These advanced cameras offer users the ability to capture professional-looking portraits with versatility and power at two distinct optical focal lengths.
To unlock true professional-grade portrait photography, the Reno11 Pro takes it a step further with OPPO’s next-generation computational photography suite – the flagship algorithm known as the HyperTone Imaging Engine. Initially introduced with the Find X6 Pro and Find N3, this technology has been refined for the Reno11 Pro, marking a significant breakthrough for the Reno series and smartphones in general.
By combining several clear images in the RAW format and using AI-based processes, OPPO's powerful HyperTone Imaging Engine significantly improves image clarity, dynamic range, and colour richness. Reno11 Pro users can enjoy top-notch portrait photography quality.
“As the camera system uses computational photography to address common mobile photography concerns like distortion and image noise, it was truly mind-blowing.
“Clearer portraits are now achievable using only a mobile phone. Giving my portraits a more vibrant appearance,” adds Khairul Amin.
OPPO Portrait Expert Engine
The creation of an exceptional digital portrait involves a harmonious blend of technology and artistic sensibility. In the Reno series, OPPO collaborates with skilled portrait photographers globally to enhance the portrait photography experience. The outcome is the advanced OPPO Portrait Expert Engine.
Specifically designed for the Reno11 Pro's Ultra-Clear Portrait Camera System, the innovative Portrait Mode, coupled with AI Portrait Retouching, captures a spectrum of skin tones, expressions, and cherished moments.
Portrait Mode
Tailored for Reno photographers, OPPO introduces a high-quality portrait mode in the Reno11 Pro, challenging the common pitfalls of overly enhanced Portrait Modes. Users can opt for a wide 24mm focal length for group shots or a 2x, 47mm portrait for solo subjects.
The Reno11 Pro excels at recognising scene elements, delivering a realistic soft-focused background with gradual detail fall-off. Users have the flexibility to adjust apertures (f/1.4 to f/16) for bokeh effects, flare patterns, and professional layering.
With such qualities, the Portrait Mode accurately showcases natural skin tones and features across different scenarios. OPPO's engineers collaborated globally with photographers to ensure the Reno11 Pro's Portrait Mode captures authenticity with finesse.
“The 32MP telephoto camera that is just used for taking portraits – 2x optical zoom gives it a perfect focal length for portraits taken at or near 50mm, and its algorithm produces bokeh effects comparable to those found in DSLRs, plus you can even adjust the amount of bokeh you desired for your photos after the shoot,” highlights Khairul Amin.
Al Portrait Retouching
OPPO's Facial Recognition and Subject/Scene Separation in the Reno11 Pro work together to recognise various faces and objects, ensuring natural optimisation of every element. Features like skin colour and facial feature protection retain unique traits such as moles or birthmarks while capturing a flattering portrait.
Specifically tailored for portraits, the Reno11 Pro fine-tunes detail and dynamic range. Enhanced clarity, light, and shade effects, powered by the HyperTone Imaging Engine, preserve details and colours throughout the scene. An advanced Tone Mapping Algorithm refines lighting effects and textures.
For added depth, the Face Curve algorithm captures texture and quality in highlights and shadows.
“I've taken both indoor and outdoor portraits with the camera, and the results have impressed me with their accuracy in terms of clarity, bokeh separation, light and shadow balancing,” explains Khairul Amin.
The OPPO Reno11 Series boasts an exceptional blend of hardware and software, where the Reno11 Pro's cutting-edge flagship HyperTone Imaging Engine, working in harmony with its powerful camera system, forms the ideal partnership for capturing captivating portraits. This dynamic duo caters to both novice and seasoned professionals alike.
The OPPO Reno11 Series is now available in the Malaysian market for its customers to purchase the smartphone. Get your hands on the OPPO Reno11 Pro (12GB + 512GB) at the recommended retail price of RM2,499, while the Reno11 (12GB + 256GB) is priced at RM1,899.
OPPO Malaysia, riding the excitement of the launch of its latest Reno11 Series, is giving away exceptional gifts for a limited period. From Jan 11 to 25, customers who purchase the Reno11 Series will be entitled to receive gifts worth up to RM476 including OPPO SuperVOOC 80W car charger and cable, free 1-year extended warranty and others (terms and conditions apply, while stocks last).
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